How to Get Candle Wax Out of Carpet
Candle wax is a nightmare to remove from carpets. It clings to fiber like a second skin and creates a stain that even the toughest of cleaners can’t seem to get rid of. Don’t worry, though; I’m here to help. By the end of this article, you’ll know how to clean candle wax off carpets using cleaning products you’ll find right at home.
Yield: 1 clean carpet
Cost: $0.25
Equipment
- 1 Scraper or butter knife
- 1 Vacuum cleaner
- 1 Clean cloth
Materials
- 6 large ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon isopropyl alcohol
Instructions
- Insert several ice cubes into a resealable plastic bag and place it on the melted wax. Let the wax cool and harden for about 10 minutes.
- Gently scrape the wax off the carpet fibers with a scraper tool or butter knife. Use a back-and-forth motion to get it all off.
- Vacuum the wax residue up off the floor as it starts to flake off the carpet.
- Dab a small amount of rubbing alcohol on a cloth and blot it into the carpet until the stain is removed. Don't rub! Vacuum the area one final time.
Notes
You can also use an ice pack instead of ice cubes in a bag.
As you wait for the wax to harden, make sure that the bag of ice doesn’t leak or add moisture to the wax. The liquid will only make the candle wax even more difficult to remove.
If some wax remains after you scrape it, place a paper bag or paper towel on top of the stubborn candle wax and press a warm iron on the lowest heat, running it back and forth several times. As you do, you’ll notice the wax gets absorbed by the paper towel or bag. Reposition the paper towel several times and repeat the process until all remnants are absorbed.
You can use a blow dryer on medium heat if you don't have an iron. Keep the blow dryer at least five inches away from the paper to prevent it from burning.
If you don’t have alcohol, vinegar diluted in equal parts water or a carpet stain remover works just as well. Spray the solution onto the stain and let it sit for five minutes. Don’t add too much of the solution; you want the carpet wet to the touch but not soaking.
When the time is up, grab a clean cloth, blot away the stain, and add more of the solution. Repeat this step several times until the stain disappears completely. Then, let the carpet dry.
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